J-15 carrier-based fighter modified for catapult launch

A model of China's J-15 carrier-based fighter displayed by an unknown ship design & research institute indicates has revealed that the PLA Navy is modifying the landing gear of the fighter for future aircraft carriers designed with catapults, reports the state-run Global Times.

The landing gear retraction jack of the new J-15 seems to be thicker compared to earlier models, said the report.

The nose gear seems to be designed for catapults and arresting gear.

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